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KUNM News Archives: 2009 - July
Stories from Fri., 31 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Fri., 31 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Business Weekly Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with Megan Kamerick about this week's business news from around the state. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 31 Jul. 2009 |
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Changes in the Works for the NM Railrunner |
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By: Jim Williams
More changes are coming to the New Mexico Railrunner commuter train. Governor Bill Richardson will commemorate the opening of the southside Santa Fe location at the intersection of New Mexico 599 and I-25 Saturday. He will also announce the beginning of Sunday service for the train. Richardson says...
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Airdate: Fri., 31 Jul. 2009 |
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Nobel Prize Winners in New Mexico This Weekend Calling for Nuclear-Free World |
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By: Scott Ki
In advance of the 64th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, two Nobel Peace Prize winners are in Santa Fe and Los Alamos this weekend calling for a nuclear-free world. KUNM’s Scott Ki spent a little time with one of them, 1997 Prize recipient Jody Williams. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 31 Jul. 2009 |
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Albuquerque Theater Hosts Story of Struggling Texas Writer |
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By: Jim Terr
New Mexicans have an opportunity, in an ongoing play at Albuquerque’s Vortex, to find out what one dirt-poor Texan had to do to become a writer. Reviewer and commentator Jim Terr says he found it was not only a moving true story, but that it has more local connections than he’d expected. Listen Jim...
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Stories from Thu., 30 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with writers and reporters from the online New Mexico Independent. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Jul. 2009 |
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Senate Committee Focuses on Rising Gang Activity in Indian Country |
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By: Tanya Snyder
Gang activity is on the rise in Indian country. Native American officials told a Senate panel today they need more federal help to combat the problem. KUNM Capitol reporter Tanya Snyder reports from Washington. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Jul. 2009 |
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Albuquerque Job Fair Gets Mixed Reviews, Showcases Tough Market |
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By: Jim Williams
For many in New Mexico, jobs are still hard to come by. KUNM’s Jim Williams stopped by a job fair in Albuquerque Thursday. This is what he found. Listen TRANSCRIPT OF AUDIO: [Sound: Parking Lot] Williams: A common sight in the Radisson parking lot on this day is men stepping out of their cars,...
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Stories from Wed., 29 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Jul. 2009 |
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City of Santa Fe to Buy College of Santa Fe |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
The College of Santa Fe will be holding classes this fall. The Santa Fe City Council last night voted unanimously to buy the college for $30 million. The approved measure included two possible options for securing the funding, either by issuing bonds or borrowing the money from the New Mexico Mortgage...
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Jul. 2009 |
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General Electric Closes Albuquerque Manufacturing Plant |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
General Electric plans to close a New Mexico plant that manufactures equipment for jet engines next year. The cutbacks are being blamed on the economy. Companies like Boeing and Airbus are building fewer planes, and with jet engine orders dropping dramatically, GE says it has to make the cuts to remain...
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Jul. 2009 |
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SF Mayor David Coss Says Buying Out College of Santa Fe is a Good Deal |
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By: Jim Williams
The Santa Fe City Council will vote tonight on a proposal for the city to buy the College of Santa Fe. The city would sell just under $30 million in bonds to do so. The deal could save a longtime Santa Fe liberal arts college from permanent closure. KUNM's Jim Williams spoke with Mayor David Coss about...
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Jul. 2009 |
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In NM, More Than 75% of People Waiting for Organs are Minorities |
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By: Marco Grajeda
New Mexico minorities make up more than three-quarters of the state's organ donor waiting list. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, an expert says the disparity is due to diseases primarily affecting these ethnic groups and insufficient health care. Listen
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Jul. 2009 |
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LANL Seeking to Renew Hazardous Waster Permit, Public Weighs In |
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By: Eric Mack
Los Alamos National Laboratory, or LANL, wants to renew its hazardous waste permit from the state environment department. The last permit, issued in 1989, still guides how the lab stores and treats the materials. The Environment Department held a public meeting last night at Ohkay Casino Resort near...
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Stories from Tue., 28 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Tue., 28 Jul. 2009 |
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Domestic Violence Court Decision Sparks Action in Santa Fe |
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By: Jim Williams
A recent court decision on a domestic violence case in Santa Fe has sparked outrage from some members of the community. As KUNM’s Jim Williams reports, one month after a domestic-violence-based triple homicide in the city, a ruling to send a batterer back home to his wife and kids is, in part, leading...
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Airdate: Tue., 28 Jul. 2009 |
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Udall Keeps Eye on Rural Needs During Health Care Debate |
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By: Jim Williams
Health care continues to be hot topic of conversation around the country and especially in Washington D.C. New Mexico’s freshman democratic Senator Tom Udall says he’s making sure that he keeps the needs of rural New Mexicans in mind when looking at changes in the nation’s health care system. Udall...
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Airdate: Tue., 28 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Kids Make Some Gains |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
The findings of this year's KIDS COUNT Data Book show New Mexico's kids are moving up, but there's still plenty of work to do. The report shows the state improved from 48th to 43rd in overall child well-being. The report also indicates improvements in the state’s infant mortality rate, the number of...
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Stories from Mon., 27 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Jul. 2009 |
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Cap and Trade Bill Gives Polluters Free Allowances |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Some New Mexico groups are ringing the alarm bells on a proposed 'cap and trade' system for utilities and other emissions producing industries. The landmark legislation that has already passed the House would put a limit on climate change emissions, but companies would be given free allowances for...
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Economy Worsens |
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By: Marco Grajeda
The state budget woes seem to be getting worse in New Mexico. Senator John Arthur Smith says the projected budget is shrinking, and he expects the state will have to tighten spending further to make up for the ever-growing shortfall. KRGW’s Marco Grajeda reports. Listen
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Jul. 2009 |
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Sucessful Drug Court May See Budget Cuts |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
There are 41 drug courts in New Mexico that are intended to reduce recidivism and substance abuse among participants by providing rehabilitation and early interventions instead of detention. One rural program is using innovative learning programs to address the challenges faced by juvenile drug offenders....
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Jul. 2009 |
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Bingaman Wants to Pay for Health Care With Taxes on Insurance Companies |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman is defending his vote against allowing states to use Medicaid money to fund universal health care. He also says he now supports a federal tax on health insurance companies to help fund coverage for those who can't afford it. KUNM's Jim Williams spoke with Bingaman...
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Stories from Fri., 24 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Fri., 24 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Business Weekly Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus discusses this week's business news with Megan Kamerick. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 24 Jul. 2009 |
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Albuquerque Mayor Responds to Lawsuit Allegations |
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By: Jim Williams
Detailed allegations are surfacing around accusations that Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez retaliated against an airport contractor because the contractor wouldn’t give the mayor free or reduced-price air travel,and the mayor is firing back. John Bode is operator at the city-owned Double Eagle II...
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Stories from Thu., 23 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with writers and reporters from the New Mexico Independent about this week's headlines. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Jul. 2009 |
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Federal Violation Issued to Fort Sill Apache Casino |
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By: Marco Grajeda
The Chairman of the Fort Sill Apache tribe is in southern New Mexico to oversee tonight’s bingo session. He says gambling will continue despite a federal request to immediately stop all gaming operations at the Akela Flats Casino west of Las Cruces. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Jul. 2009 |
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Debate Continues Over Caltholic Hospital Merger in Santa Fe |
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By: Jim Williams
Debate continues over the merger of Christus Health with Santa Fe's St. Vincent Regional Medical Center. A public meeting Wednesday brought dozens of citizens before the Santa Fe County Health Policy and Planning Commission to voice their opinions. At issue is whether the hospital, under the Catholic-based...
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Stories from Wed., 22 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Wed., 22 Jul. 2009 |
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State Lawmaker Implores Congress Not to Tie States' Hands in Health Care Reform |
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By: Jim Williams
A New Mexico legislator says the insurance industry is fighting to ensure that if Congress does institute changes to the U.S. health care system, it will limit the state's abilities to go further with their own laws. New Mexico Democratic State Senator Gerald Ortiz y Pino, who supports universal health...
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Airdate: Wed., 22 Jul. 2009 |
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State Senator: Health Care Industry's Grip on Reform Must Be Loosened |
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By: Jim Williams
The debate on overhauling the nation's health care system is sounding pretty familiar to some in New Mexico, especially state legislators who have been grappling with the issue here. One lawmaker says it's time for the insurance industry's grip on health care to be pried loose. KUNM's Jim Williams has...
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Airdate: Wed., 22 Jul. 2009 |
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Boy's and Girl's Ranches to Consolidate to Save Costs |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Nonprofit organizations across the country are facing a decline in donations and some tough choices about possible changes in their programs. In New Mexico, the Boy's and Girl's Ranches are a place where struggling teens can focus on turning around their lives. Like many organizations, the ranches...
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Stories from Tue., 21 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Tue., 21 Jul. 2009 |
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Stimulus Funds to Go to Trail Maintenance |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Federal stimulus dollars will be used to upgrade New Mexico’s forest facilities and trails. Senators Jeff Bingaman and Tom Udall say the Forest Service has released more than 11 million dollars for projects on the state’s public lands. Projects include trail construction and maintenance along with...
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Airdate: Tue., 21 Jul. 2009 |
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Report: Small Businesses Want to Provide Health Insurance But Can’t Afford It |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Small businesses would like to offer health insurance but say they can’t afford it. That’s according to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group. Eighty percent of small businesses surveyed said cost was the main barrier. Charlie Turner is a campaign organizer with New Mexico PIRG. He says a not-for-profit...
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Airdate: Tue., 21 Jul. 2009 |
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National Debate on Health Care Confuses Many Americans |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Congress is considering an overhaul of the nation’s health care system and some of the proposals on the table right now have led to some confusion. That’s according to New Mexico’s senior democratic senator Jeff Bingaman. A key Senate committee passed legislation last week that would create a so-called...
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Stories from Fri., 17 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Fri., 17 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Business Weekly Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with Megan Kamerick about this week's business headlines. Listen
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Stories from Thu., 16 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Thu., 16 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus talks with writers and reporters from the online New Mexico Independent about this week's headlines. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 16 Jul. 2009 |
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Ousted Santa Fe Principal Charges Superintendent with Discrimination |
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By: Jim Williams
KUNM has learned the ousted principal of Santa Fe High School has filed a racial discrimination charge against District Superintendent Bobbie Gutierrez, alleging she fired him because his wife is African-American. A district lawyer, however, says the charges have no merit. KUNM's Jim Williams has more....
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Airdate: Thu., 16 Jul. 2009 |
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Commentary: Is Sotomayor an Activist? Give Me a Break. |
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By: Craig Barnes
As Senate confirmation hearings continue this week for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor, a range of tactics are on display in challenging her ability to serve on the high court. One argument by some of her apparent opponents is that she might tend toward judicial activism. Commentator Craig Barnes...
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Stories from Wed., 15 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Jul. 2009 |
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30 Years Since Largest Nuclear Waste Spill in U.S. |
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By: Eric Mack
This week marks 30 years since the biggest radioactive accident in the U.S. It happened right here in New Mexico. On July 16th, 1979, an earthen tailings dam at the Church Rock Uranium Mill failed, spewing over 90 million gallons of radioactive waste into the Rio Puerco. It was the largest release of...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Jul. 2009 |
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More Drugs Being Seized Along Border |
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By: Marco Grajeda
More than 3.3 million pounds of illegal narcotics were confiscated along the U.S./Mexico border during a nine-month period, a 64 percent increase compared to the previous year according to federal officials. As KRWG’s Marco Grajeda reports, officials credit an increase in personnel and new strategies...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Jul. 2009 |
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First Health Care Proposal Gets Traction in Senate |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
New Mexico’s Senior Senator, Jeff Bingaman says U.S. Senate has made one of the first steps toward overhauling the nation’s health care system. A key Senate committee passed legislation Wednesday that would require most people to get some kind of health insurance coverage and the government would subsidize...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Jul. 2009 |
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Hundreds of New Mexicans May Be Losing Health Care Coverage Every Week |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel and Sarah Gustavus
As lawmakers debate changes in the nation’s health care system, a national advocacy group is warning that millions of people are losing health care coverage across the country. Families USA released a report this week which estimates that about 2.3 million people will lose their health coverage this...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Jul. 2009 |
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Desert Rock Opponents Appeal to Shareholders |
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By: Jim Williams
A group of economists and community leaders have launched a campaign to persuade a company planning a coal-fired power plant on the Navajo Nation to build a renewable energy plant instead. The environmental coalition is trying to convince the company hoping to build the plant that using coal will put...
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Stories from Tue., 14 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Tue., 14 Jul. 2009 |
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Who is "Hispanic" Anyways? |
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By: Chellis Glendinning
One word being tossed around regularly now with the hearings on supreme court nominee Sonia Sotomayor is "hispanic". The word seems to have odd origins... and as KUNM's Chellis Glendinning reports from Chimayo, in northern New Mexico, it isn't embraced by everyone. Listen
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Airdate: Tue., 14 Jul. 2009 |
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NM Senators Want More Info on Cheney's CIA Interrogation Program |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico’s two U.S. Senators say they want to know more about former Vice President Dick Cheney’s guidance that the CIA not tell Congress about a secret operation to capture and kill members of al qaeda. CIA Director Leon Panetta has reportedly acknowledged it was Cheney who made the decision not...
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Airdate: Tue., 14 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Officials Applaud Selection of Holloman for Unmanned Aircraft Training Ground |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico elected officials say Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo is a good choice for an unmanned aerial vehicle training ground. The Pentagon announced Monday that Holloman this year will receive 10 MQ-1 Predators, which are armed reconnaissance aircraft. The base will also receive five...
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Airdate: Tue., 14 Jul. 2009 |
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NM Senator Tom Udall Weighing Alternatives to Pay for Public Healthcare Option |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico U.S. Senator Tom Udall is taking a wait-and-see approach on how to fund a public option for health care in the U.S. Estimates say the program could cost as much as $1 trillion, and there’s a proposal in the House of Representatives to implement a 1 to 3 percent tax on people making over...
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Stories from Fri., 10 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Business Weekly Update |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Every Friday, we hear from Megan Kamerick, Senior Reporter for the New Mexico Business Weekly. KUNM’s Elaine Baumgartel spoke with her about recent business and economic news around the state. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Jul. 2009 |
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Kenyan Women Fight for Their Rights by Holding Strong in Their Craft |
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By: Jim Williams
One of the slogans of the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market is "shopping that makes a difference." Market organizers say that, in part, because the artists take home 90 percent of their sales. For many of them, that constitutes an entire year's pay. What most buyers don't know is the individual...
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Gets Federal Money to Prepare for Fall Swine Flu, Vaccine Still Three Months Away |
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By: Jim Williams
The federal government announced Thursday it would divide $350 million across the states for H1N1 virus preparation. New Mexico health officials say they'll get $1,672,000 of that money, which they will spend on distributing vaccinations and expanding the state's epidemiology labs. Chris Minick is region...
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Jul. 2009 |
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Denish Calls for Increase in Reporting of Political Contributions |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
New Mexico’s Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish says she’s ready to push for more ethics reform measures in the 2010 legislative session. Denish announced proposals Thursday that include an ethics commission that would be nominated by the Supreme Court. She would also like to see more frequent reporting...
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Stories from Thu., 9 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Thu., 9 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus got an update from New Mexico Independent's Senior Writer Trip Jennings on story they talked about last week. The Secretary of Stat's website was down for almost a week, meaning that people couldn't register trademarks or search for political contributions. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 9 Jul. 2009 |
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Bolivia's Indigenous People Fight to Sustain Their Culture and Resources |
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By: Jim Williams
As development continues to march around the globe, the South American county of Bolivia provides and excellent example of how globalization is impacting native populations. For many Bolivian tribes, the ability to remain independent comes down to whether or not they can continue to sustain themselves...
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Airdate: Thu., 9 Jul. 2009 |
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Interview: Lt. Governor Denish on Strengthening Ethics Oversight |
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By: Jim Williams
Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish says it's time for the state to strengthen its ethics rules and oversight and let more sunshine into its records. Denish unveiled a set of proposals for the 2010 state legislative session a full six months before it's set to begin. KUNM's Jim Williams spoke with the lieutenant...
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Stories from Wed., 8 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Wed., 8 Jul. 2009 |
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Mayor Chavez Orders APD to Add 100 Officers |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Albuquerque's mayor has ordered the police department to hire an additional 100 officers. That's according to a copyright story in Wednesday's Albuquerque Journal. This is the third time that Mayor Martin Chavez has ordered an increase in police officers for the Albuquerque Police Department. Chavez's...
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Airdate: Wed., 8 Jul. 2009 |
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Fire Burning Slowly in Bandelier Wilderness |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Smoke can be seen from a slow burning fire today in part of the wilderness area of Bandelier National Monument. The fire was likely sparked by lightning strikes last week and increased today, possibly to about 115 acre, on the west side of the monument. Bandelier National Monument is still open to...
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Airdate: Wed., 8 Jul. 2009 |
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Commentary: Wake Up New Mexico, Private Insurers Already Having Field Day |
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By: Carol Miller
The health care debate in Congress now is centered around whether or not to set up a so-called “public option” to extend health insurance to the millions in the U.S. who don’t have it. But for some, that debate is missing a larger point: the base on which the new system would be built is flawed. ...
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Airdate: Wed., 8 Jul. 2009 |
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Santa Fe Folk Art Market Showcases Haiti's Creative Triumph Over Adversity |
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By: Jim Williams
Despite years of political unrest and pockets of deep poverty, Haiti remains a proud country of artists, with a strong tradition of training young people in creative crafts. That’s one of many stories on display this weekend at the 6th Annual Santa Fe International Folk Art Market. KUNM’s Jim Williams...
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Stories from Tue., 7 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Tue., 7 Jul. 2009 |
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Commentary: Wake Up New Mexico, the Government is About to Sell us Out to Insurance Companies |
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By: Carol Miller
The debate over changing the nation’s health care system has some New Mexicans concerned. While Congress considers a so-called “public option” to help bring coverage to the uninsured, some of the details around it are disturbing to commentator Carol Miller. Listen Carol Miller served as a presidential...
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Airdate: Tue., 7 Jul. 2009 |
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NM Senator Udall Says It's Time for Healthcare Reform, but He's Not Sure of Industry Influence |
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By: Jim Williams
As Congress this week debates changes to the U.S. health care system, Senator Tom Udall says when it comes to the pain many New Mexicans are feeling related to their health insurance, he gets it. Udall told KUNM Tuesday he wants to stress that on health care “New Mexicans can’t afford the status quo.”...
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Airdate: Tue., 7 Jul. 2009 |
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Santa Fe International Folk Art Market Preparing for this Weekend |
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By: Jim Williams
One hundred thirty-three artists from 46 countries are on their way to New Mexico for this weekend's Santa Fe International Folk Art Market. Despite the economic downturn, the market organizers expect this year, the sixth, to be the largest yet. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports, that's good news for...
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Stories from Mon., 6 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Mon., 6 Jul. 2009 |
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Economic Downturn Strengthens Relationships for Ellen Family |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Across New Mexico, people are dealing with changes in the current economy. We’re taking a break from the experts and bringing you stories from your neighbors. Geneva Ellen is a stay at home mom and her husband, Brad Ellen, is a real estate agent. When the real-estate market bubble popped, the Ellens...
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Airdate: Mon., 6 Jul. 2009 |
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State Cabinet Officials to Attend H1N1 Summit |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
A group of state officials will attend a national summit later this week to discuss continued preparedness for the H1N1 virus, or swine flu. National officials from the Departments of Education, Homeland Security and Health and Human Services will be part of discussions on dealing with the spread of...
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Airdate: Mon., 6 Jul. 2009 |
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Bingaman: House Version of the Climate Change Bill Needs Work |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
The climate change legislation passed in the U.S. House recently has only 45 Democratic supporters in the Senate. According to the New York Times, zero Senate Republicans support the measure, which includes a carbon emissions cap-and-trade provision. KUNM’s Elaine Baumgartel spoke with New Mexico...
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Stories from Fri., 3 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Business Weekly Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with Megan Kamerick about this week's business headlines. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Jul. 2009 |
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Santa Fe Mayor David Coss Reflects on Recent Teen Deaths, Calls for Action |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Alcohol and violence have been on the minds of many in Santa Fe this week. Last Sunday, four teenagers were killed in Santa Fe in a car accident that was believed to be caused by a drunk driver. On the same day, another teen was killed in a gang related shooting. Santa Fe Mayor David Coss says the...
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Jul. 2009 |
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Sunscreen Study Shows Hidden Danger |
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By: Evan Woodward
With the 4th of July holiday weekend usually comes barbeques, family get-togethers and lots of time spent outdoors. As KRWG’s Evan Woodward reports, a new study released by the Environmental Working Group may have you thinking twice about the brand of sunscreen you choose to purchase. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Jul. 2009 |
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Support for Public Health Care Plan Option Grows |
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By: Eric Mack
New Mexico's Congressional delegation is home for the 4th of July weekend and meeting with constituents around the state. Many New Mexicans are already giving the lawmakers an earful about health care reform. Sharon Kayne with New Mexico Voices for Children says they've been tracking recent polls on...
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Jul. 2009 |
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Stormy Holiday Weekend Ahead |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
This holiday weekend will probably be a bit cooler and wetter than expected, so don’t forget your rain gear if you’re heading out to a barbecue in the next few days. A storm system is making its way into New Mexico, bringing with it the likely chance of heavy rain and thunderstorms. Chuck Jones is...
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Stories from Thu., 2 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Jul. 2009 |
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Senator Bingaman Applauds Details of Emerging Public Option for Healthcare |
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By: Jim Williams
New Mexico U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman is applauding details that are emerging today about a plan to overhaul the nation’s health care system. The Senate Health Education Labor and Pensions Committee, of which Bingaman is a member, is crafting changes to the system that include a “public option” for...
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Jul. 2009 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
The New Mexico Independent broke a story last week that the New Mexico Secretary of State's office computer system was down. KUNM's Sarah Gustavus spoke with Senior Writer Trip Jennings earlier today and asked him how they first found out that the site was down. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Jul. 2009 |
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Representative Heinrich Holding Listening Sessions on Health Care |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
U.S. Representative Martin Heinrich is taking the health care debate local in a series of listening sessions in Albuquerque. Heinrich heard from a group of constituents Wednesday at a clinic in Albuquerque’s South Valley. KUNM’s Sarah Gustavus sat in on that meeting and has this report. Listen...
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Stories from Wed., 1 Jul. 2009
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Airdate: Wed., 1 Jul. 2009 |
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State Employees PAC Calls for Repeal of Pay Cuts |
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By: Jim Williams and Sarah Gustavus
A political action committee for a New Mexico union today ramped up an effort to repeal a law routing more of state employees’ pay into their retirement. State lawmakers earlier this year passed a measure directing 1 point 5 percent of state workers’ salaries into the Public Employee Retirement Association,...
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Airdate: Wed., 1 Jul. 2009 |
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Interview: Taos Health Care Action Committee |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
In Taos, a group of former Obama campaign leaders are working with a new organization called the Taos Health Action Committee to push for changes in the health care system. Justin Bailey is a former Obama field organizer and a founder of the Taos Health Action Committee. KUNM's Sarah Gustavus spoke...
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Airdate: Wed., 1 Jul. 2009 |
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Santa Fe Art Project Seeks to Foster Better Connections With Immigrants |
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By: Jim Williams
For some New Mexicans, the difficult financial times are driving a wedge between them and others in their community. Immigrants are finding that employment challenges are only adding to existing problems of language barriers and, in some cases, discrimination. However, a Santa Fe organization continues...
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